Ingredients:
-3 cups fresh lemon juice, about 20 lemons
-3 cups Basil Simple Syrup, recipe follows
-3 cups sparkling water
-Ice
-Lemon twists, for garnish
1. Mix lemon juice, Basil Simple Syrup, and water together in a pitcher
2. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve
3. Pour over ice filled glasses and garnish with a lemon twist
Basil Simple Syrup:
-1 bunch fresh basil, washed and stemmed
-2 cups sugar
-1 cup water
1. In a saucepan combine basil, sugar, and water and simmer until the sugar is dissolved, 5 minutes
2. Cool, strain the syrup, and store in the refrigerator